“Oh. Just wondering.”
Martia turned back to Kegler. “What happens now? I understand I’m considered acting legate. What are my duties, what powers do I have?”
“Your duties are those of the legate, to enforce the policies of the Quasiverse Settlement Administration under Article I of the QSA Charter, and to preserve order within your appointed territory until a full legate shall be named. You have complete authority to issue orders pursuant to this goal. However, no regulations or appointments ordered by you can be considered official until they are confirmed by the QSA Secretary.”
Martia considered this. “So I can’t really do anything.”
“No,” said Kegler, who then turned and left the office.
Martia turned to Bright. “Did you ever see yellow blood before?”
“Not in a human, no.”
“Then
